by JB | Jan 5, 2015 | Fuji, Hawaii
One of the blessings of being a photographer, is the opportunity to see and experience places I might not have otherwise experienced. Mo’omomi on the island of Molokai is one of those rare and special places. It is not easily accessible, as such not many have...
by JB | Dec 29, 2014 | Hawaii, Inspiration, Workshop
One of the participants at our recent “See the Light” workshop was Flint Sparks. For many years, Flint has been leading his own workshops at the Hui Ho’olana (on Molokai Hawaii), teaching mindful embodiment and meditation. This time he was...
by JB | Dec 17, 2014 | Hawaii
First, thank you to all who attended my Topaz Webinar yesterday. For those who would like to try the new Topaz Glow you can save $20 by using the code BARCLAYGLOW at checkout. To save 25% on any other Topaz software, use the code BARCLAYWEB14 at checkout. This...
by JB | Nov 20, 2014 | Abstract, B&W
I don’t know why, I am attracted to dead trees. Add to that some fog and I believe you have the potential for a photograph. (remember, clicking on the image makes it much bigger for better viewing) Foggy morning Skeleton trees Heart races Images...
by JB | Nov 17, 2014 | Colorado, Creative
One of my favorite scenes from our recent trip to Colorado. I’m sharing both the “straight” image (above) as well as the multiple exposure (below).
by JB | Nov 11, 2014 | Cape Cod, Workshop
While co-leading the Cape Cod workshops with Betty Wiley, we were treated to some of the best light I have ever seen. “Cherry light” as some might say. What I found interesting was when I want to process the images, very little needed to be done. In...
by JB | Nov 5, 2014 | B&W, Colorado
Repeated opportunity is a good thing. Going back to a place that you are drawn to is a good idea. Awhile back, I posted a shot from Owl Creek Pass that is similar to today’s image. That image was taken during our scouting time before the group arrived. After...
by JB | Nov 3, 2014 | Color, Fall Color
This image has an interesting story. I was at a favorite location but disappointed with the foggy conditions. I waited, and waited for the dense fog to lift, but it never did. Trying to practice what I preach, I let go of my expectations of vibrant reflections in the...
by JB | Oct 24, 2014 | Abstract, Colorado
Fell in love with this stand of aspen. Thinking about my last post and the idea of breaking a pattern, here we have another good example. It would have looked nice as a lush stand of aspen, however, with the evergreen added to the composition, I believe it makes for a...
by JB | Oct 21, 2014 | Colorado, Fall Color, Inspiration
Thanks to all who shared their thoughts about the last two posts. I posted the two leaning tree images, as they generated an interesting discussion in the field while making them. When Dan (tour partner) showed me the first image (below) with what some of you see as...
